Google Nest Thermostat
Google smarts and clean design at an entry-level price for everyday homes.
At a glance
Pros
- + Affordable entry into the Google ecosystem
- + Clean mirrored design with simple controls
- + Energy-saving Savings Finder suggestions
Cons
- − Frequently requires a C-wire or adapter
- − No automatic schedule learning
- − No HomeKit support
Our verdict
The budget Nest Thermostat brings Google's ecosystem and energy nudges to a friendly price point. It drops the auto-learning and often needs a C-wire or adapter, but it's a great value pick.
Full specs
| HVAC compatibility | Conventional, single and two-stage forced air |
|---|---|
| Stages supported | 2 |
| Remote sensors | No |
| Smart home | Alexa, Google |
| Geofencing | Yes |
| Energy reports | Yes |
| Display | Mirrored LCD with touch strip |
| C-wire required | Yes |
| Works without C-wire | No |
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